Senior Student Advisor

Found in: Talent ZA C2 - 2 weeks ago

Cape Town, South Africa Varsity College Full time

Direct Reporting Line:
 Head: Student Recruitment

Varsity College  is an educational brand of The Independent Institute of Education (The IIE). The IIE enjoys the reputation of being at the forefront of private higher education in South Africa, and is registered with the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) to provide higher education qualifications accredited by the Council on Higher Education (CHE).

The IIE's Varsity College, Cape Town Campus has a vacancy for a Senior Student Advisor (Undergraduate).

Join our dynamic team at The IIE's Varsity College as a Senior Student Advisor We have an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated individual to make a positive impact on the lives of prospective students. As a Senior Student Advisor, you will play a crucial role in student recruitment and engagement. Reporting to the Head: Student Recruitment, you will be responsible for presenting The IIE's Varsity College to targeted schools, conducting interviews with prospective students and assisting them throughout the application and registration process.

Job Purpose: 

  • To lead, manage and motivate the sales team to reach individual and campus appointment, application and registration targets.
  • Responsible for initiating and managing relationships with prospective students through every stage of the recruitment process (Leads, Appointments, Applications and Registrations) and report on individual sales activities per set targets.
  • To achieve application targets and implement campus sales and marketing initiatives and plans aimed at attracting students to apply for full-time and part-time undergraduate and postgraduate qualifications.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Presentation Target

  • Deliver engaging presentations at targeted schools, showcasing the benefits of our institution.                             
  • The ability to deliver a great presentation to potential students is crucial.
  • Distribute marketing materials and interact with students to generate interest and enquiries.                                             
  • Represent our brand at career expos and other stakeholder events.        
  • Achieve monthly presentation targets as per school priorities.

Database Collection

  • Meet monthly targets for collecting school databases to expand our reach.

Interview Target

  • Make proactive calls to prospective students, scheduling interviews to meet daily and weekly targets.
  • Follow up on online applications, ensuring proof of payments and scheduling appointments.
  • Provide prompt responses to online and telephonic enquiries.
  • Conduct interviews following an established script, building rapport with students and parents.
  • Achieve individual targets for weekly, monthly and annual interviews.

Application Target

  • Assist students with the online application process during interviews, securing applications on the spot.
  • Follow up with unpaid online applications and ensuring payment is completed.
  • Conduct regular calling campaigns to convert interviews into applications.
  • Drive application acceptance and pre-registration fee payment.
  • Achieve individual targets for weekly, monthly and annual applications.

Registration Target

  • Meet individual targets for new student registrations.      

Administration and Reporting

  • Maintain accurate daily reports, including call reports and interview booking trackers and the CRM system.
  • Ensure interview forms are completed correctly and applications have valid supporting documentation.
  • Update relevant systems and reports as required by the Head: Student Recruitment.

Competencies Required:

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively engage with students, parents and stakeholders.
  • The ability to deliver a compelling presentation at schools is crucial.
  • Friendly, tenacious, and target-driven mindset with exceptional organisational abilities.
  • Excellent time management skills to handle multiple tasks and work under pressure.

Minimum Requirements:

  • National Diploma (NQF6) with 3 years sales experience (preferred).
  • Alternatively, minimum of National Senior Certificate (or equivalent) with 5 years sales experience.
In addition to the exciting role and responsibilities, we offer a competitive incentive structure based on target achievement. We believe in recognising and rewarding our Student Advisors for their exceptional performance.
Please note that this position requires individuals who can thrive under pressure, as it may involve extended working hours at peak times during the year. This is a full-time opportunity for motivated, orientated individuals, who want to build a career in sales and marketing and excel in a dynamic and rewarding environment.
If you are driven by results, motivated by incentives and ready to go above and beyond to achieve success, this is the perfect opportunity for you to showcase your skills and make a significant impact on the lives of prospective students. Please submit your application, including your resume and a cover letter, highlighting your relevant experience and why you believe you would be a great fit for this role. We look forward to hearing from you and embarking on this exciting journey together

The IIE's Varsity College  is an Equal Opportunity Employer . However, preference may be given to previously underrepresented groups in accordance with the South African Employment Equity Act.

  • Student Advisor

    Found in: Talent ZA 2A C2 - 3 weeks ago

    Cape Town, South Africa CTU Career Chatz Full time

    Job SummaryTo provide efficient and effective sales support, solutions, guidance and advisory service to prospects and/or potential students. The role of a student advisor involves programme/product sales to clients and prospects within the allocated region. Responsible for overall sales, support and activities, from school appointments, capturing, database...

  • Student Advisor

    5 days ago

    Cape Town, South Africa amplify5 Full time

    **Job Overview** **Key Responsibilities** - Engage with and convert new and existing applicants by providing support and information in a timely manner so as to increase conversion rate at all stages throughout the student recruitment funnel. - Meeting individual/territory targets and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) - Accurately record all student...

  • Vice Principal: Student Affairs

    Found in: Adzuna ZA B C2 - 11 hours ago

    Cape Town, South Africa Adzuna ZA B C2 Full time

    Job Title:Vice Principal: Student AffairsLocation:Cape Town, Northern SuburbsCompany Overview:Our client is a leading educational institution committed to providing high-quality undergraduate qualifications to students. They are dedicated to fostering a supportive and dynamic learning environment that empowers students to achieve their academic and personal...

  • Senior Manager: Student Accomodation

    Found in: beBee S ZA - 3 weeks ago

    Western Cape, Cape Town, South Africa NSFAS Full time

    NSFAS’s job vacancy, Career and Recruitment Job title : Senior Manager: Student Accomodation jobs in Western Cape Job Location : Western Cape, Cape Town Deadline : May 11, 2024 Quick Recommended Links Jobs by Location Job by industries Vacancy No 04 of 2024/25  POSITION OVERVIEW: To participate in the development of NSFAS policies, operation plans,...

  • Senior Manager: Student Accomodation

    Found in: beBee S ZA - 3 weeks ago

    Western Cape, Cape Town, South Africa NSFAS Full time

    NSFAS’s job vacancy, Career and Recruitment Job title : Senior Manager: Student Accomodation jobs in Western Cape Job Location : Western Cape, Cape Town Deadline : May 11, 2024 Quick Recommended Links Jobs by Location Job by industries Vacancy No 04 of 2024/25  POSITION OVERVIEW: To participate in the development of NSFAS policies, operation plans,...

  • Student Opportunities

    3 days ago

    Cape Town, South Africa City of Cape Town Full time

    ELIGIBILITY CLOSING DATE 11.08.2023 REFERENCE NUMBER CS 165/23 ext SALARY Various DEPARTMENT Human Resources DIRECTORATE CORPORATE SERVICES Student Opportunities **Requirements**: The city is in the process of establishing and maintaining a student database from which it will source students for its respective student programmes Skills...

  • Senior Legal Advisor

    Found in: Talent ZA C2 - 3 weeks ago

    Cape Town, South Africa SET Recruitment Consultants Full time

    Legal AdvisorCompetitive Salary PackageCape TownAs a Legal Advisor this role is part of the Legal Team providing primary support to the Transactions Team which is responsible for taking renewable energy projects from Preferred Bidder status to Financial Close and for the Project to be ready to start construction. The role reports into the Senior Legal...

  • Senior Legal Advisor

    4 days ago

    Cape Town, South Africa SET Recruitment Consultants Full time

    **Senior Legal Advisor** **Competitive Salary Package** **Cape Town** As a Senior Legal Advisor this role is part of the Legal Team providing primary support to the Transactions Team which is responsible for taking renewable energy projects from Preferred Bidder status to Financial Close and for the Project to be ready to start construction. The role...

  • Senior Commercial Advisor

    4 days ago

    Cape Town, South Africa Future Careers Full time

    **General**: **Job Title** - Senior Commercial Advisor**Job Category** - Insurance**Location** - Western Cape**Employment Type** - Permanent**Area** - Cape Town**Bee status** - Include All**Salary** - Market Related**Min Salary** - Not Set**Max Salary** - Not Set**Expiry Date** - 30th September 2024**Deadline Date** - 31st August 2024**Experience** -...

  • Legal Advisor

    Found in: Talent ZA C2 - 3 weeks ago

    Cape Town, South Africa SET Recruitment Consultants Full time

    Legal Advisor R1.3m per annumCape TownExcellent Career Opportunity with a leading Renewable Energy Independent Power Producer for a Legal Advisor. Reporting to the Senior Legal Advisor, you will be responsible for providing primary support to the Transactions Team which is responsible for taking renewable energy projects from Preferred Bidder status to...

  • Legal Advisor

    Found in: Talent ZA 2A C2 - 2 weeks ago

    Cape Town, South Africa Set Consulting Full time

    Legal Advisor R1.3m per annumCape TownExcellent Career Opportunity with a leading Renewable Energy Independent Power Producer for a Legal Advisor. Reporting to the Senior Legal Advisor, you will be responsible for providing primary support to the Transactions Team which is responsible for taking renewable energy projects from Preferred Bidder status to...

  • Legal Advisor

    Found in: Whatjobs ZA C2 - 1 week ago

    Cape Town, South Africa Set Consulting Full time

    Legal Advisor  R1.3m per annum Cape Town Excellent Career Opportunity with a leading Renewable Energy Independent Power Producer for a Legal Advisor. Reporting to the Senior Legal Advisor, you will be responsible for providing primary support to the Transactions Team which is responsible for taking renewable energy projects from Preferred Bidder status...

  • DIvisional Manager: Student Support

    Found in: beBee S ZA - 3 weeks ago

    Western Cape, Cape Town, South Africa NSFAS Full time

    NSFAS’s job vacancy, Career and Recruitment Job title : DIvisional Manager: Student Support jobs in Western Cape Job Location : Western Cape, Cape Town Deadline : May 11, 2024 Quick Recommended Links Jobs by Location Job by industries Vacancy No 05 of 2024/25  POSITION OVERVIEW: Develop, monitor, and maintain NSFAS policies, operation plans,...

  • DIvisional Manager: Student Support

    Found in: beBee S ZA - 3 weeks ago

    Western Cape, Cape Town, South Africa NSFAS Full time

    NSFAS’s job vacancy, Career and Recruitment Job title : DIvisional Manager: Student Support jobs in Western Cape Job Location : Western Cape, Cape Town Deadline : May 11, 2024 Quick Recommended Links Jobs by Location Job by industries Vacancy No 05 of 2024/25  POSITION OVERVIEW: Develop, monitor, and maintain NSFAS policies, operation plans,...

  • Service Advisor

    6 days ago

    Cape Town, South Africa IKON Consulting Full time

    Western Cape - Service Advisor **Salary**: Basic between R16K and R19K (depending on brand experience) + early bird + overtime + incentives + medical aid & provident fund company contributions. **Description**: We are seeking a Service Advisor with a passion for the motor trade to join a team at one of our clients. As a Service Advisor, you will be the...

  • Academic Support Advisor national

    3 days ago

    Cape Town, South Africa SACAP Full time

    The South African College of Applied Psychology (SACAP) is the leading independent provider of education in psychology, counselling and coaching, offering accredited undergraduate and postgraduate qualifications. SACAP is looking to employ an Academic Support Advisor for the Online Campus, preferably based in Durban, Cape Town, Pretoria or Johannesburg....

  • Service Advisor

    4 days ago

    Cape Town, South Africa IKON Consulting Full time

    Western Cape - Service Advisor **Salary**: R14k - R16K basic + great incentive scheme + company contributions to medical aid and provident fund. **Description**: Great opportunity to join this franchise dealership which is part of a large motor group. Your main function is to provide excellent customer service consistently to service clients at a very...

  • Legal Advisor

    5 days ago

    Cape Town, South Africa Dante Personnel Full time

    Western Cape, Cape Town - CBD - (Market related, Negotiable) **COMMERCIAL LEGAL ADVISORS - WESTERN CAPE 2023** **MARKET RELATED SALARY** **Minimum requirements**: - Junior to Senior can apply - Admitted Attorneys preferred **Consultant**: **Stephnie Taljaard** **- Dante Personnel** **Cape Town** *** *** - For more information please contact: -...

  • Senior Financial Advisor

    6 days ago

    Cape Town, South Africa Africa Direct Group Life and Investments Full time

    **Senior Financial Advisor (Managerial role)** **Salary: 40 -45k and Commission** **Background** The main purpose of this position is to support the group sales strategy and business plan by growing and retaining allocated portfolio business through dynamic customer relationship management. Grow new and existing portfolio within target markets and achieve...

  • Enrolment Advisor

    6 days ago

    Cape Town, South Africa FourthRev Full time

    **Your mission**: In this role, you will educate, consult, support and enrol suitable applicants into one of our innovative Career Accelerators. You will work as part of a global sales team who take pride in outstanding levels of sales acumen, customer experience and service excellence. As a member of our Cape Town based team, you’ll be a self starter...